2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 860 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
